Rolando McClain passed his physical Friday and signed a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens, the team announced.

The linebacker's deal is worth $700K with playing time incentives, according to NFL.com. He was scheduled to meet with coach John Harbaugh and general manager Ozzie Newsome to discuss the team's expectations for him, according to NFL.com.

Rolando McClain hopes to fill one of the Ravens' holes at inside linebacker. (AP Photo)

The Ravens are in need of some depth at inside linebacker after seeing Ray Lewis retire and losing Dannell Ellerbe in free agency to the Miami Dolphins.

"It's a move that can't go wrong and I'm looking forward to playing in Baltimore as the Ravens run the same or very similar defense as I was a part of at the University of Alabama," McClain told the newspaper.

"Ray Lewis retired after winning the Super Bowl and I look to fill his slot. No one can fill his shoes, but I can fill his slot. I just want to fill out the shoes of Rolando McClain. This is a perfect fit for me personally."

The McClain signing represents a low-risk, high-reward move for Baltimore, who could end up with a steal, if McClain plays up to his potential.

A first-round pick in 2010, McClain was cut by the Oakland Raiders a week ago. McClain was a disappointment in Oakland. He struggled during his first two years and then clashed with coach Dennis Allen and his staff last season.

McClain had his role significantly reduced last season, was suspended for two games for conduct detrimental to the team, and did not play the final five games of the season.

In 41 career games with Oakland, McClain has 6 1/2 sacks, one interception, one forced fumble and no fumble recoveries.